Pledis Entertainment has announced that Seventeen’s Jeonghan will soon be leaving to complete his military service. He will depart at the end of September. The South Korean music label confirmed the news on the official Weverse website. Fans around the world are wishing their idol a great journey and hoping to meet him soon.
What has Pledis Entertainment revealed about Jeonghan’s recruitment?
On September 12, Pledis Entertainment, which manages boy band Seventeen, released a statement confirming member Jeonghan’s military enlistment date.
The music label wrote, “We would like to share the news of Jeonghan’s upcoming enlistment in the military, scheduled for September 26, 2024. As previously announced, he will not be able to participate in promotional activities for SEVENTEEN’s 12th mini album and world tour. However, he will appear in various pre-recorded content.”
They added, “There will be no official events on the day of his enlistment, and we kindly request you to refrain from visiting his military service site. Please send your heartfelt messages of support for Jeonghan via Weverse.”
Finally, PLEDIS requested his fans, “We ask for your continued love and support for the artist. Please send your best wishes for his safe and healthy return. We will also remain committed to providing Jeonghan with all necessary support during this time.”
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What messages have fans left for Jeonghan?
Fans on Twitter/X were bidding farewell to their idol, with many hoping to see him sooner rather than later. A distraught Carat wrote, “I knew this was coming but it’s still breaking my heart.” Someone commented in disbelief, “Wow.. didn’t expect it to happen so soon!”
Another fan said, “I cried a lot watching this video of OT13, especially with the news that Jeonghan will be joining the military on September 26, 2024. This news is making me even more upset now, knowing that we will miss him even more soon.” The fan ended the message with a heartfelt note, “I love you so much Jeonghan! Please take care of yourself and serve well.”
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Some others also offered their best wishes for the singer and wrote, “Keep serving well, Yoon Jeonghan!” and “We will miss you so much, Jeonghan.”